Uplands Academy

About Uplands Academy

At Uplands Academy, we are proud of the excellent relationships between our staff and our students. Our staff have high expectations, are ambitious for our students, and know them well. We are proud of our relentless commitment to having a rigorous focus on the child as an individual.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 173 responses • 23.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

76.9% positive 23.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

78.6% positive 19.1% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

69.3% positive 24.3% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

78.6% positive 16.7% negative

My child does well at this school

70.5% positive 19.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 173 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

43.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

44.4

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.23

Progress 8

Below average

40.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

63.7%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

65.2% entered EBacc

30.4% achieved EBacc

135 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily B

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"Excellent school, supportive staff and wonderful facilities"

We're so impressed with Uplands Academy. Our daughter has settled in well and the staff are always approachable and supportive. The sports centre is fantastic and the choir performances are always a highlight. We feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel W

Parent Jan 10, 2023

5.0

"Excellent facilities and a lively atmosphere"

Uplands Academy has exceeded our expectations. The facilities are top-notch and the atmosphere is lively and engaging. Our son is thriving in the Performing Arts department and we're so grateful for the opportunities he's had.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James F

Parent Aug 25, 2022

4.0

"Some excellent aspects, but room for improvement"

While we're very happy with Uplands Academy, we do feel that there's room for improvement in terms of communication with parents. Our son's teacher is great, but we've sometimes struggled to get updates on his progress.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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David T

Parent May 20, 2022

5.0

"Ambitious for excellence and supportive of individuality"

I have fond memories of my children's time at Uplands Academy. The staff were always pushing them to be their best and the focus on individuality was refreshing. The school's commitment to supporting students' mental health was particularly impressive.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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